Causes Of Domestic Violence

Authors

Jennifer J. Morris

Keywords

Family Law, Domestic Violence, stress, personal dispositions, social isolation, cultural norms

Abstract

The family is supposedly the most loving and supportive institution; unfortunately, it is also the most violent. This paper defines the family unit and also violence. Five major factors contributing to domestic violence are also outlined: stress, personal dispositions, social isolation, cultural and societal norms, and situational factors.

BYU ScholarsArchive Citation

Morris, Jennifer J. (1994) "Causes Of Domestic Violence," Brigham Young University Prelaw Review: Vol. 8, Article 8.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/byuplr/vol8/iss2/8